Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Hotels
Independent
8.4 (136 reviews)
3-11 Water Street, Cairns, Queensland, 04870 , Cairns , AU

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Front entrance ramp
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Sauna
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
Fitness facilities
Gift shops or newsstand
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Pleasant facilities
Diverse food options
Cons:
Cleaning issues
Unaccommodating daytime manager
Noise from outside

Categories

Cleanliness
6.79
Some complaints about cleaning not being done properly during the stay.
Service
9.26
Pleasant receptionist and helpful night manager, but negative experience with daytime manager.
Location
9.3
Well-located for local attractions and shopping.
Room Quality
7.75
Good facilities but issues with noise levels and some maintenance problems.
Amenities
8.28
Good pool area but issues with heating and appliance operation.
Value for Money
8.24
Overall decent value, but additional fees for late check out seemed excessive.
Food and Beverage
8.79
Nearby markets offered diverse food options to try.
Overall Experience
8.76
Generally a good place to stay with some concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:24

Property Description

Discover your tropical sanctuary at Southern Cross Atrium Apartments, where comfort meets convenience in the heart of Cairns.

Relaxation Redefined
Dive into one of our three outdoor swimming pools or unwind in the sauna after a rejuvenating workout in our state-of-the-art fitness center.

Home Away from Home
Our spacious, air-conditioned rooms come equipped with microwaves, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies or patios, ensuring a comfy retreat after your day of exploration.

Central Convenience
Explore the nearby Cairns Central Shopping Centre and breathtaking Cairns Esplanade, all just a leisurely stroll away, making it easy to sample the vibrant local culture and attractions.

Embrace luxury and leisure in Cairns—your unforgettable getaway awaits at Southern Cross Atrium Apartments!

Important information:

  • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 2-device limit.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: CNS

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    No pets

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Smoking

    Smoking permitted

  • Activities

    No parties or events

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 136 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.79
Service: 9.26
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 8.28
Value for Money: 8.24
Food and Beverage: 8.79
Overall Experience: 8.76
S
Scott
10
Pros:

Lovely place

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
K
Kerry
10
Very happy overall
Pros:

I did love it here. The room was very comfortable, clean and with great view of the pool. This hotel is situated in a great part of the city, very close to the shops and transport.
Two things that I found not ideal was 1: the position of the smoking section. It is situated on the walking path. 2: exiting the pool and spa I found quite difficult and I am able bodied. There needs to be extra not so high steps and bars to grip as exiting the pool and spa.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
B
Beatrice
10
Pros:

It was a lot minute booking for me as I hag a problem with my original hotel stay. This worked out well and it was clean and most convenient. Not may restaurants near by especially for dinner otherwise it worked out well for me.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
S
Saichaitanya
8
Pros:

Good one but not 4 star standards

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
A
Antonio Dominico partner
10
Pros:

The apratmants have everything you need, The staff go beyond so friendly, helpful and real good knowledge of the area and things to do. Its well located walking distance to the local shopping mall for and bit an peices. Walking distance to alot of the local attractions. Rustys markets and night markets good place to try so many differnt foods from around the world. Highly Recomended

2025-09-22 via Nuitee
N
Nicole
8
Pros:

We have stayed here twice now and the facilities are very good.

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
S
Svetlana family
6
Pros:

We liked: pleasant receptionist and very helpful night manager Scotty. Location was okay, close to Shopping center, first floor, 15 minutes' walk to marina, We enjoyed fresh towels and bed cloth.

We didn't like: The Day time manager that has shown absolutely Zero empathy, when on the very rainy day we asked for a late check out for my 91y.o. mother, so she could just rest in bed for 3-4 hours before our way to airport..It was very stressful conversation, I was in tears, and, at the end, we paid $60 for late check out. We found that man as being greedy and inconsiderate.
Also, the shower didn't work, it was almost impossible to get warm water, it was cold or hot only.
And, the cleaning in the middle of our 7 night's stay wasn't done properly, they just changed beds and placed a new bin liner inside the empty bin. The floor wasn't mopped.
We won't recommend this place.

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
S
Susan partner
8
Pros:

Pools were great 👍

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
J
John
6
Pros:

frig very noisy had to be replaced, toilet leaking water,
heated pool did not work and was not going to be fixed.

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
E
Erin
10
Pros:

This was a great place to stay

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
S
sharyn
8
Pros:

We were very happy there.Everything was close.If we go there again we will request the bottom floor as going up and down the stairs was a lot but not your fault.
Thankyou

2025-09-04 via Nuitee
S
Sharon partner
8
Pros:

We chose a 1 bedroom deluxe apartment & it was compact but very clean & good self contained apartment with everything we needed.
Big kitchen with large fridge, but no indoor eating table. Retiled new shower, washing machine, dryer in bathroom (timer wasn’t working & only hot cycle worked), comfortable queen size bed. Outdoor patio leading into nice pool area with good size dining table. It’s very close to Cairns Central Shopping Centre
It is a dark apartment so have to have lights on. It isn’t sound proof so outside noises can be heard as well as some noises in other apartments & door between bathroom & bedroom is bifold so noises can be heard. It’s quite noisy in mornings with comings & going’s but generally quiet other times & security gates close at. 9.30 pm so quieter at night. The pools/spa were not heated The Kuranda rail line runs at back & it is near a main road

2025-09-03 via Nuitee
T
Thomas
10
Pros:

Just a great place to stay

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
J
Jasmine partner
8
Pros:

Complaint would be the wireless internet and the streaming device on the TV in our room was constantly dropping out and the internet was terrrible. Only other issue I was on crutches and we were placed on the top floor and there are no lifts this meant that we could not go out as planned due to this issue. The apartment was nice clean and well maintained just the above let it down.

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
D
Debra family
6
Pros:

We did not know there was no elevator for the apartment. We had a lot of luggage and I just had a knee replacement so the stairs were an inconvenience. The apartment was very muggy even with the a/c on. It was conveniently located for what we needed.

2025-08-21 via Nuitee
A
Allan
6
Pros:

Rooms small

2025-08-20 via Nuitee
R
Robert partner
4
Pros:

The property is very dated and in need of a Reno. The mattress was damaged and the springs made a twanging noise every time I got in and out of bed. The lady at reception showed no interest in fixing it. The lady at reception treated customers as though they were an inconvenience to her day. Some garbage truck came in and clanged and had its reversing noise on shortly after 6:00am every other day. After electing not to pre-pay the apartment tried to charge my credit card anyway. The pools were ok but squashed in between apartment blocks and therefore never saw sunlight and therefore were cold.

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
F
francis partner
10
Pros:

good location. very nice accommodation

2025-08-18 via Nuitee
T
Tasi
10
Pros:

Noisy at night when guests use the pool. To be expected.

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
S
Sachiko partner
10
Pros:

Japanese receptionist was very gentle and kind. The room is clean and tidy. Everything you need is prepared. Shopping center is next to the hotel so we enjoyed cooking and had breakfast and dinner at the balcony using stand light. Not gorgeous but enough to do everything.

2025-08-11 via Nuitee